About Us
About Figure of Speech Pathology
About Us
At Figure of Speech Pathology, we’re passionate about helping children and adolescents communicate with confidence and clarity. Our team of qualified speech pathologists specialises in assessing, diagnosing, and supporting a wide range of communication needs, including speech, language, fluency, literacy, social communication, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
We believe that every child deserves to be heard, understood, and supported in a way that respects their individuality. That’s why our approach is neuro-affirming, holistic, and evidence-based. We tailor our therapy to suit each child’s strengths, needs, and goals.
Philosophy.
Your child is unique, which is why we meet your child where they are to develop their skills and confidence.
Approach.
Our person-centred, neuro-affirming and evidence-based approach allows us to deliver holistic and functional care, tailored to your child's individual needs.
Mission.
Our aim is to ensure that your child receives the necessary support for real, measurable, meaningful progress and lasting growth.
Supporting your child’s growth.
We work closely with families, educators, and other healthcare professionals to provide care that’s meaningful and functional. Located at The Kite Centre, our therapists work within a multidisciplinary team.
We also know that therapy doesn't end when the session does. Regular home practice, caregiver education, and simple strategies embedded into daily routines play a vital role in reinforcing skills and supporting long-term success. We empower families with practical tools and home-based activities to help children generalise what they learn in therapy to everyday life.
Whether your child is just beginning their communication journey or needs support with specific areas of development, we’re here to help.
Our Team
Ashleigh Bortz
Speech Pathologist
MSpPath, B.SpHSc, MSPA, CPSP.
Ashleigh Bortz is a dedicated and passionate Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) who is committed to supporting children in developing their communication skills. She holds a Bachelor of Speech and Hearing Sciences from Macquarie University and a Master of Speech Pathology from the University of Technology Sydney.
Fluent in both French and English, Ashleigh completed a Diploma of Advanced French (DALF C1), enhancing her ability to support children from diverse language and cultural backgrounds. She has experience working across a range of clinical settings, including community health, disability services, aged care, public health, and private practice.
Ashleigh provides assessment and therapy in the areas of speech, language, fluency, voice, and multi-modal communication, both in-person and via tele-health. She is trained in Sounds Write and Basic Key Word Sign, and is a life-long learner who is committed to evidence-based practice and ongoing professional development.
Roane Ardati
Clinical Lead
BASc, MSPA, CPSP.
Roane Ardati is the Clinical Lead at Figure of Speech Pathology. A graduate of the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology), she has built a strong reputation for her clinical expertise, compassionate care, and evidence-based approach.
Roane is passionate about helping children and adolescents develop communication skills that support them across home, school, and community settings. Her clinical focus includes speech sound disorders, language delays, early intervention, social communication, and literacy development.
Since 2024, Roane has also served as an Associate Lecturer and Practice Educator at the University of Sydney, mentoring future Speech Pathologists and fostering their clinical reasoning, confidence, and ethical practice.
Her approach is warm, inclusive, and guided by a belief in the power of communication to transform lives, with client and family-centred practice at its core.
Let’s support your child’s growth
Chat with our friendly team to find out how we can enhance your child’s communication development.